Have you ever stopped to wonder just how much social media has affected us over the years? Most of our parents and grandparents have told us stories about how life once was without social media, and it truly is interesting. What research has found on how it affects us mentally is important for …
Mental Health And Masculinity
Mental health America reported that every single year 6 million men are affected by depression in the United States. Men are also two to three times more likely to misuse drugs than women. Why is there still stigma surrounding mental health treatment, especially for men, and how can we help …
How To Meet People In Your Twenties And Thirties
I think we take for granted sometimes how easy it is to make friends as children and teens. We go to school with kids our age through high school, and then if you go to college, you have access to yet another massive social circle. College especially gives ample opportunity to make new connections - …
Need A Confidence Boost?
Everyone has their bad days and sometimes it may feel like our insecurities are all we can focus on. Staying in this state of mind can be detrimental to our mental health, it is important to recognize our self-worth and strengthen our confidence. Here are some activities you can try to build your …
Mental Health Check-In
Thank GOODNESS talking about and caring for our mental health has become more normalized and acknowledged as a necessary aspect of overall wellbeing. Nowadays, there are multiple ways to take care of our mental health at the tip of our fingers; for example - self-help apps, online therapy, mental …
Affirmations For Positive Thoughts
Not too long ago, GUADS put out an Uplift Podcast episode all about Body Image. Now, I'm not going to give it all away (give it a listen!), but I thought now might be a good time for a post about affirmations. It's normal to occasionally not feel your best, your hottest, your smartest, etc. Ideally …
How to Be More Mindful
What exactly is mindfulness? To be mindful is to be more aware, open and present in the moment. Between the daily chaos and stress, it can be challenging to take a second and be tuned into your thoughts and feelings. Making an effort to practice being more mindful isn't as hard as you may …
3 Easy Tips To Decrease Your Screen Time
Do you find yourself spending more hours of the day on your phone then spending time with the important people in your life? You are not alone in this. Research has shown that decreasing your social media screen time can lead to an increase in overall mood and health. Let’s find out how: 1. Set …